Monday, March 21, 2011

Coffee Filter Topiary

I originally saw this lovely post from Meream @ bored and crafty and knew I had to try this.

The only difference is that I decided to go for the topiary look.
I started off by cutting a small 3in circle out of cardboard. I then got my filters and folded each one in half.

I then folded the filters into a fourth, grouped 3 together and stapled them together at the point.

I then used hot glue to attach the filters to my circle. It is important to overlap them as you are gluing.

When you are done gluing you can either fluff it out by separating the layers or attach a rod like I did for a topiary. {If you plan on only hanging the pom pom then I suggest you punch a hole in the cardboard circle in the beginning of the process.} I hot glued my rod to the cardboard circle.

I already had the perfect little bucket in mind to use for my new topiary.

I decided to use Spanish Moss as my filler.

After filling the bucket with Moss and adding the new topiary I was really happy with the result. It only took about 20-30 minutes but looks awesome in our entryway.

So, what do you guys think? Add some color to the tips or leave well enough alone?

About Me

My name is Amy and I have 3 great kids {2 boys and a girl}. I am on a budget like everyone else so I come up with thrifty ideas to decorate and organize. I am a lover of all things vintage, handmade & free. I like to use what I already have or get super cheap. These are my projects...